4 Pieces

Georgy CatoireOp.12

ModernSpecialistpreludeetude
H5
Henle (estimated)
RCM 7ABRSM 6

About this piece

Georgy Catoire's Op. 12 '4 Pieces' are delicate and introspective works from the late Romantic/early modern period. They are characterized by their refined harmonies and often shimmering textures.

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Teacher notes

Achieving a seamless legato and controlling the subtle nuances of pedaling are crucial.

Technical focus

flowing-sixteenthsvoicingpedalingarpeggioscantabile

Mood

lyricalcontemplativeatmospheric

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Frequently asked questions

How hard is 4 Pieces (Op.12) by Georgy Catoire?

4 Pieces (Op.12) is rated Henle level 5 of 9 — late intermediate repertoire, roughly ABRSM grades 6–7. In the RCM system it corresponds to about level 7.

What level do I need to play 4 Pieces?

You should be comfortable at Henle level 5 — meaning you can already play level 4–5 pieces cleanly. Learning it one level early is possible as a stretch piece, but more than that usually leads to months of frustration.

Where can I get free sheet music for 4 Pieces?

4 Pieces (Op.12) is available as free public-domain sheet music on IMSLP — the score is linked directly from this page.